I will professionally developmental edit your novel for plot structure pacing character
About this Gig
Is your novel too slow? Are your characters flat, your middle boring, your ending weak, or your plot confusing? Do you have plot holes, pacing, structure or POV problems? Finished first draft but something isn't working? I give feedback showing what is wrong, why readers may lose interest, and how to fix it.
I diagnose and strengthen novels through developmental editing for plot, structure, pacing, character arcs, conflict, POV and engagementso you know what to revise before publishing.
WHAT I OFFER
- Plot, structure, pacing, character, scene, conflict, tension and subplot analysis
- Plot-hole, continuity, POV, dialogue and world-building checks
- Editorial letter, manuscript comments and revision roadmap
- Children's book; memoir/autobiography; self-publishing book + manuscript editing
- Line + copy editing; KDP editing + formatting; proofreading
GENRES
- Romance, fantasy, romantasy, thriller, mystery, science fiction, historical, literary fiction, YA, contemporary, paranormal and horror.
WHY CHOOSE ME
- Expert story diagnosis with feedbacknot vague praise.
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FAQ
What does your developmental editing include?
I provide developmental editing covering plot, structure, pacing, character arcs, scenes, conflict, POV, continuity and reader engagement, with practical revision guidance.
Can you find problems with my plot and story structure?
Yes. My plot editing and manuscript editing identify plot holes, weak structure, pacing problems, missing setups, unresolved threads and areas where readers may lose interest.
Do you edit different genres and types of books?
Yes. I work with romance, fantasy, romantasy, thriller, mystery, science fiction, historical, literary fiction, YA, contemporary, paranormal and horror.
Can you edit a manuscript before I publish it?
Absolutely. My developmental editing helps self-publishing authors identify major story issues before publication. I can also provide line and copy editing, proofreading, and KDP editing + formatting.
Can you help if my characters feel flat?
Yes. My character development analysis examines goals, motivations, conflicts, flaws, relationships, emotional arcs, character consistency and transformation.

